Inpatient Staff Pharmacist — Day Shift & Preceptor

Houston Methodist; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist’s Staff Pharmacist (PRN - Days - Inpatient Operations) delivers day-to-day comprehensive, patient-focused pharmacy services across the department, including order processing, therapy review, and patient education. This role collaborates with clinicians to ensure safe, effective pharmacotherapy and participates in cost-conscious, quality-driven care.

The position oversees technicians and students, may serve as a preceptor, and supports the department’s mission of safety and

Qualifications

• Graduate education program approved by credentialing body for required credentials.
• Experience in hospital or specialty pharmacy is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Processes orders and verifies drug appropriateness based on patient data.
• Monitors drug therapy, provides counseling, and manages dosing protocols.
• Mentors and coordinates pharmacy technicians and students on shift.
• Collaborates with clinicians to optimize pharmacotherapy and safety.

Skills

Unit-dose drug distribution

Intravenous admixture preparation

Nutrition support services

Target drug monitoring

Drug information handling

Communication

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Graduate of education program approved by credentialing body

Job description

Houston Methodist’s Staff Pharmacist (PRN - Days - Inpatient Operations) delivers day-to-day comprehensive, patient-focused pharmacy services across the department, including order processing, therapy review, and patient education. This role collaborates with clinicians to ensure safe, effective pharmacotherapy and participates in cost-conscious, quality-driven care.

The position oversees technicians and students, may serve as a preceptor, and supports the department’s mission of safety and